Bowmen Collection

CRECY
At CRECY, 9000 English soldiers under Edward III defeat 30, 000 French under Philippe VI - a triumph of the English strategy of bowmen against cavalry

Archery Meeting 1822
The Meeting of the Royal British Bowmen in the Grounds of Erddig (Erthig) Park, Denbighshire, Wales - the seat of Simon Yorke Esq

Siege of Duras 1377
The French lay siege to the town of Duras, storming the walls with scaling-ladders while artillerymen bombard the walls with mortars, bowmen with crossbows

English Archery
Four English bowmen: 1) Brigandine archer 1554 2) Brigandine archer 1590 3) Archer of Charles I 1625 4) Archer of 1780

Norman Knight and Archers of 1066, illustration from 'A Critical Inquiry into Antient Armour' by Sir Samuel
FLO4678174 Norman Knight and Archers of 1066, illustration from 'A Critical Inquiry into Antient Armour' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick, 1842 (colour litho); (add.info.: John Dowding, London)

Lakshmana Fights Indrajit, 1775-1800. Creator: Unknown
Lakshmana Fights Indrajit, 1775-1800. An avatar of the god Vishnu, Rama's story is told in the "Ramayana, " a tale of kingship, morality, and devotion

The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen)
XCF115624 The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Medieval archers with crossbow and arrows
Medieval archers with crossbow and different types of arrows. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence

Bowman at the Battle of Zutphen (colour litho)
3096271 Bowman at the Battle of Zutphen (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bowman at the Battle of Zutphen)

Two Scythians sew a shirt cut out of an animal skin (gold) (detail of 343656 and 343171)
XBP389379 Two Scythians sew a shirt cut out of an animal skin (gold) (detail of 343656 and 343171) by Greek School, (4th century BC); Historical Museum, Kiev

Drinking cup depicting Scythian soldiers (silver gilt)
XBP343629 Drinking cup depicting Scythian soldiers (silver gilt) by Greek School, (4th century BC); Historical Museum, Kiev, Ukraine; (add.info.: From Dnepropetrovsk)

Interpretation of the frescoes at Ibsambul depicting a battle with chariots
CHT185959 Interpretation of the frescoes at Ibsambul depicting a battle with chariots, from Monuments de l Egypte et de la Nubie by the artist, c.1835 (colour litho) by Champollion

Parthians (chromolitho)
2817045 Parthians (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parthians. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Conquistadors on Mississippi in Retreat
Spanish conquistadors on the Mississippi river are forced to retreat from Native American forces on the shore. Bowmen in the reeds

Archers on horseback (chromolitho)
961391 Archers on horseback (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archers on horseback. Pharmacie Normale, 19 Rue Drouot, Paris.); © Look and Learn

A young man stringing his bow (pen & brown ink on white paper)
615262 A young man stringing his bow (pen & brown ink on white paper) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1469-1523) (follower of); 22x8.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Drinking cup depicting Scythian soldiers (silver gilt) (detail of 343629)
XBP389381 Drinking cup depicting Scythian soldiers (silver gilt) (detail of 343629) by Greek School, (4th century BC); 9.2x10.3 cm; Historical Museum, Kiev, Ukraine; (add.info.: From Dnepropetrovsk)

Plate 27: The Dutch During a Surprise Attack of the Roman Camp on the Moselle, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

The Great Victory of Qurman, 1770. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
The Great Victory of Qurman, 1770

The Battle of Tonguzluq, 1773. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
The Battle of Tonguzluq, 1773

The Battle of Yesil-kol-nor, 1772. Creators: Charles Nicolas Cochin
The Battle of Yesil-kol-nor, 1772

European knights mount an unsuccessful siege 1390
European knights mount an unsuccessful siege on a city near Tunis, Africa. Defeated, they soon return home

San Bushmen rock painting, Lesotho, Southern Africa
A stunning rock painting at Thaba Bosiu (now in Lesotho) drawn by San Bushmen, depicting archers on a hunt (and an inset view if the location scenery). Date: circa 1910s

Jeanne D arc, Idealised
JOAN OF ARC An idealised representation - she fulfils Merlins prophecy that a virgin will come whose horse will trample the backs of bowmen

Historic illustration of Assyrian archers on horseback. After an illustration by an unidentified 19th century artist from a bas relief in Nimrud; Illustration

Traditional Japanese Archery Contest (and Contestants) Date: circa 1910s

Illustration, scene at an archery event
Illustration, Scene at an archery event of the 1790s, featuring the Bowmen (and Women) of Kent in historical costume, apparently held on Blackheath (which was then in Kent)

Infantry crossbowman, 12th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Officer Corps Bowmen 1797-1805 Watercolor graphite
Artokoloro

English Archers
English bowmen of the period of Edward IV : their bows - preferably of yew - were not less unbent than a mans height. A skilled bowman could reach 220 yards/metres. Date: 1482

Medieval Siege Weapons
Mediavel siege weapons are little developed from Roman times. A movable castle gives a platform for bowmen, and two cannons will bombard the castle with cannonballs. Date: 14th - 15th centuries

Red Kaffir Archers of Chitral - Khyber Pass
The Khyber Pass - the mountain pass that links Pakistan and Afghanistan. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location

Military / Weapons / Bowmen
At CRECY, 9000 English soldiers under Edward III defeat 30, 000 French under Philippe VI - a triumph of the English strategy of bowmen against cavalry

Crecy (Dupray)
CRECY The decisive defeat of the French by the English is won at the expense of fierce hand to hand fighting as well as the superiority of the bowmen

Horsemen 4 - Parthians
PARTHIANS : these warriors from present-day Iran are renowned as horseman and bowmen, noted for the Parthian shot loosed just as they seem to be retreating

Siege of a Castle
The siege of a town, with guns blazing and bowmen shooting their arrows

French Bowmen
French bowmen

Armoured Horse and Man
A French horse-soldier, period of Philippe le Bel : both man and horse are well protected against bowmen, though the horse seems dangerously vulnerable to infantry

Machen Book
The cover of Arthur Machens The Bowmen, and other Legends of the War, which he believed was responsible for the legend of the Angels of Mons

Bowmen of Mons / Pearce
The Bowmen of Mons come to the aid of the British and cause havoc among their enemies

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"Bowmen: Masters of Precision and Valor through the Ages" Archery has long been a revered art, as depicted in an Archery Meeting held in 1822. The spirit of ancient bowmen lives on, from the legendary battles like CRECY to the rich heritage of English Archery. A testament to their prowess can be found in the Mural at Pickering Church, showcasing the Martyrdom of St Edmund. It reminds us that even in times of strife, bowmen stood strong and fought with unwavering determination. The Siege of Duras in 1377 stands as a shining example of medieval archers' skill with crossbows and arrows. Their accuracy was unmatched, striking fear into their enemies' hearts. One cannot forget the brave Bowman at the Battle of Zutphen captured beautifully in a color lithograph. His resolute gaze reflects his commitment to defending his comrades and fighting for victory. Traveling back further in time reveals Scythians sewing shirts cut out of animal skin, symbolizing their resourcefulness and adaptability. A silver gilt drinking cup depicting Scythian soldiers showcases their warrior culture and reverence for archery skills. Ancient frescoes at Ibsambul offer an interpretation depicting intense battles with chariots - where skilled bowmen played pivotal roles alongside other warriors. These scenes remind us that throughout history, they have been integral to triumphs on countless battlefields. From Parthians depicted vividly through chromolithographs to Conquistadors retreating on Mississippi's shores - these diverse moments highlight how they were instrumental across different civilizations and continents. Bowmen embody precision, valor, and resilience; they are guardians who wielded bows with unparalleled expertise throughout history's annals. Their legacy continues to inspire generations today as we honor these remarkable individuals who shaped our world through their mastery of archery.